Honest, Transparent Pricing
And a price calculator that lets you see for yourself.
Explore Our Funeral OptionsWe're here to help you through every step of arranging a funeral. We understand how hard it can be to know what to do, so we'll meet you in person, come to you at home, or talk things through over the phone — whichever feels easiest. And we're here whenever you need us, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
As a family-run, independent funeral director, Jo & Carl keep costs down without ever cutting corners on care — something the larger national chains simply cannot match. Every price is laid out in full, so you always know exactly where you stand.
Every fee shown up front. Build your own quote online and see exactly what you'd pay — no surprises.
Owned and run by Jo & Carl, not a national chain — so we keep costs low while holding standards high.
We have the most 5-star Google reviews of any funeral director in the area — see for yourself below.
Ways We Can Help
Every family is different, and so is every goodbye. From a simple direct cremation to a horse drawn carriage or a natural, eco-friendly farewell, our options are completely customisable to your wishes — and we're always here to help you create something that feels right for your loved one.
The simplest and most affordable way to say goodbye, with no formal service beforehand, carried out locally with the same gentle care.
A gentle, environmentally friendly farewell for those who would like a natural or green funeral that treads lightly on the earth.
A simple, affordable cremation with the comfort of being there to attend and share in your loved one's final farewell.
A thoughtful, lower-cost choice that keeps all the warmth and quality of our care, simply without the additional extras.
Design every detail yourself to create a funeral that reflects your loved one exactly as you wish, with our guidance at every step.
For those who would like a little more time together — a relaxed, uplifting celebration of life in a beautiful setting.
A traditional horse drawn carriage brings a sense of occasion to the final journey, and is often far more affordable than families imagine.
Arrange and pay for your funeral in advance through our trusted partner, Golden Charter. Your plan is fully guaranteed and eases the burden on your loved ones when the time comes, sparing them difficult decisions and unexpected costs.
Plan at Your Own Pace
Once you have an idea of what feels right, these tools help you explore costs in your own time — and we're always here to talk things through whenever you're ready.
Prefer to look at costs online? Our calculator lets you build a completely transparent, personalised quote step by step. When you're done you can save your quote and book a callback — and of course, we're always happy to sit down and go through your choices together, whichever is easiest for you.
Open the Funeral CalculatorThinking about a direct cremation? Not all direct cremation services are the same. See how a local, independent service compares with the national online providers — and why the difference matters.
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Don't Just Take Our Word For It
We're proud to have the most 5-star Google reviews of any funeral director in the area — left by the local families we've had the privilege to care for.
Full Transparency
Everything laid out in full — download our standardised price list, additional options and terms of business, or view local crematoria fees.
We can help with all the little touches that make a funeral truly personal — from the order of service and memory tables to beautiful urns and keepsakes to hold your loved one close.
